Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how the Scioto County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society (hereafter referred to as “SCCOGS”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the www.sccogs.com website (“Site”). This Privacy Policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by SCCOGS.

Information Collection:

We may collect personal identification information from Users in various ways, including but not limited to, when Users visit our site, register on the site, place an order, subscribe to the newsletter, respond to a survey, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features, or resources we make available on our Site. Users may be asked for, as appropriate, name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and credit card information.

Information Usage:

We may collect and use Users personal information for the following purposes:

• To improve customer service: Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently.
• To personalize user experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Site.
• To process transactions: We may use the information Users provide about themselves when placing an order only to provide service to that order. We do not share this information with outside parties except to the extent necessary to provide the service.
• To send periodic emails: We may use the email address to send User information and updates pertaining to their order. It may also be used to respond to their inquiries, questions, and/or other requests. If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include organization news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email.

Data Sharing:

We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and the Site or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.

Refund Policy Integration:

Additionally, please note that certain personal information may be shared with third-party payment processors solely for the purpose of processing transactions related to membership donations, event registrations, and merchandise purchases in accordance with our Refund Policy. Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to treasurer@sccogs.com, including the claimant’s full name, contact information, and a detailed explanation of the request.

Additional Terms and Conditions:

1. Limitation of Liability: SCCOGS shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this website or with the delay or inability to use this website, or for any information, products, and services obtained through this website.
2. Indemnification: You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SCCOGS, its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against all losses, expenses, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, resulting from any violation of these terms and conditions or any activity related to your account (including negligent or wrongful conduct) by you or any other person accessing the Site using your Internet account.

Changes to the Privacy Policy:

SCCOGS reserves the right to amend this policy at any time without prior notification. This policy is intended to comply with applicable legal requirements and to ensure the judicious use of SCCOGS’s resources. Please refer to our official website for the most current version of this policy.